Sexual Harassment Disciplinary Training in Illinois

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Professional Response Training for Harassment Cases in Illinois

Illinois employers face serious legal and reputational consequences when harassment is mishandled. In cases where retaining the employee is necessary but misconduct must be addressed, our post-incident response training provides a structured corrective path. We work directly with the employee to address the behavior, reinforce expectations, and help the company meet its compliance obligations under Illinois law.

Focused Remediation Sessions for Employee Misconduct

One-on-One Behavioral Counseling

Individual sessions are tailored to address the specific incident, employment role, and violated policies.

Illinois Statute-Based Instruction

Training incorporates the Illinois Human Rights Act and relevant disciplinary case standards.

Evaluation and Monitoring

Participants complete assessments before and after the program to measure change and comprehension.

HR Documentation and Reports

Summary documentation is provided for internal HR files, including recommendations for continued oversight.

Extended Follow-Up Support

We monitor progress over several months and provide monthly updates to HR or executive leadership as needed.

Our method reinforces employer accountability while giving employees a clear path to corrective behavior.

Compliance Requirements Employers Can’t Overlook

Illinois law now places a heightened burden on employers to act swiftly and document all efforts following reports of harassment:

Employer Responsibility Extended

Under 2024 updates to the Illinois Human Rights Act, employers are liable even if the harassment involves non-supervisors or vendors and occurs off-site or virtually.

Broader Protection Under State Law

The act applies to all employers, regardless of size, eliminating the 15-employee minimum found in federal law.

Required Response Timelines

Employers must initiate a response and begin corrective action promptly to avoid regulatory penalties.

Our training helps meet these standards while supporting internal policy enforcement.

Illinois Harassment-Related Case Highlights

EEOC vs. Helia Healthcare – Nurse Harassment Case

The EEOC filed suit against Helia Healthcare (Chicago area), claiming a nurse was sexually harassed by her supervisor and retaliated against when she reported it. The nurse allegedly faced unwanted physical contact, medical leave denial, and banning from the premises.

Source: https://www.eeoc.gov/newsroom/eeoc-sues-helia-healthcare-sexual-harassment-disability-discrimination-and-retaliation

EEOC vs. LAS Hardwoods – Sexual Orientation Harassment

The EEOC sued LAS Hardwoods after it reportedly allowed sustained harassment of an employee based on sexual orientation. The harassment included slurs, physical abuse, and witnessed manager involvement—highlighting risks when harassment is ignored.

Source: https://www.eeoc.gov/newsroom/eeoc-sues-two-employers-sex-discrimination

These examples reinforce the need for timely, well-documented, and corrective employee interventions.

Start the Counseling Process

If an employee’s conduct violates harassment policy but termination isn’t the immediate next step, our disciplinary training provides the accountability your workplace needs. We help employers in Illinois document their responses, train the employees, and move forward with clarity. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and take the next step toward resolution.

Sexual harassment seminars & Disciplinary training are available in the following cities:

CHICAGO | AURORA | ROCKFORD | JOLIET